Upcoming Launch of the Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is set to be a highlight at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, 2026, in London. As the launch date approaches, more details about the design and specifications of Samsung's latest foldable smartphone are surfacing.
Significant Design Changes
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is rumored to feature a wide or passport-style design, making the device shorter and wider compared to its predecessor. This redesign aims to enhance user comfort when the device is both folded and unfolded. When closed, it will resemble a standard smartphone, while opening it reveals a mini tablet-like screen with an aspect ratio close to 4:3.
Enhanced Display Features
According to marketing materials leaked ahead of the event, the outer display is expected to measure around 5.5 inches. The main display is likely to maintain a size of 7.6 inches but will have a wider aspect ratio than previous models, making it more suitable for reading, watching videos, and multitasking with various applications. The device's thickness when unfolded is reportedly between 4.5 and 4.9 mm, weighing approximately 199 to 210 grams, making it easier to carry and use for extended periods.
Advanced Performance Capabilities
Under the hood, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is anticipated to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, coupled with up to 16 GB of RAM and internal storage options of 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB. This powerful setup aims to enhance gaming and multitasking performance, along with supporting the latest Galaxy AI features that allow the device to execute complex tasks based on user commands.
Camera and Battery Specifications
The smartphone is expected to include a dual-camera setup on the back, featuring a main 50 MP camera and a 50 MP ultra-wide lens. Additionally, it may have a 10 MP front camera for both the cover and main screens. While it might lack a dedicated telephoto camera, the main camera is rumored to offer 2x optical zoom quality. For everyday use, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is likely to house a battery capacity ranging from 4,800 mAh to 5,000 mAh, supporting 45W fast charging and offering up to 26 hours of video playback.
Availability and Pricing
Samsung is reportedly preparing around 2.8 million units of the Galaxy Z Fold8, more than the 2 million units expected for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, indicating a broader market focus for this model. Retailers in Europe suggest the starting price for the Galaxy Z Fold8 will be around 1,999 euros, approximately 35 million IDR, with variations based on storage capacity, taxes, and regional pricing.
Details regarding the pricing and availability of the Galaxy Z Fold8 in Indonesia are likely to be announced after the global launch, as Samsung typically opens pre-orders immediately following the Galaxy Unpacked event. Currently, Samsung Indonesia encourages users to register, offering enticing bonuses like Reservation+ with a cashback of 1 million IDR, requiring only a 200,000 IDR deposit.
Source: https://inet.detik.com/consumer/d-8582978/bocoran-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-hp-lipat-baru-berdesain-wide
